45th Anniversary of the 1968 World Series Champions

In 1968, the Detroit Tigers had a season that will never be forgotten. After finishing just one game out of first place in 1967, the Tigers were poised and loaded with talent entering the 1968 campaign. Under manager Mayo Smith, the club took the lead on May 10 and never relinquished it, finishing 12 games ahead of second-place Baltimore. In a tight World Series, Mickey Lolich pitched the club to three wins, the final win coming on just two days rest as the Tigers captured the crown.

On Saturday, May 25, the Tigers celebrated the 45th Anniversary of the historic 1968 team. Members of the 1968 team reunited at Comerica Park, answered questions from fans and participated in a special on-field ceremony. The first 10,000 fans received a special 1968 45th Anniversary Commemorative Coin.